{
  "id": 9629009,
  "title": "B.C. a travel hotspot this season, Airbnb data reveals",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/b-c-a-travel-hotspot-this-season-airbnb-data-reveals-9629009",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-09-24T20:54:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Global News",
    "slug": "global-news-globalnews",
    "url": "https://globalnews.ca/news/12072098/bc-travel-hotspot-airbnb/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "New Airbnb data reveals that British Columbians are gravitating towards staying closer to home this fall, particularly in rural destinations across the province. According to the data compiled by Airbnb, there has been a significant increase in domestic destination searches, up 40% over the last year. Travellers are particularly drawn to the scenic beauty of various rural locations in British Columbia.\n\nFamilies are showing a keen interest in villages and lake towns, such as Parksville on Vancouver Island and Invermere on Lake Windermere. Invermere, located in Kootenay National Park, is known for its warm-water swimming and hot springs, making it an attractive option for families seeking a unique vacation experience.\n\nThe trend of staying in rural communities and small towns across Canada is gaining momentum, according to Airbnb. This shift not only benefits travelers but also supports local businesses, contributing to the local economy. Searches for domestic stays in Canada this season are up 25% from the previous year, further highlighting the popularity of rural destinations.\n\nAirbnb emphasizes that these rural locations offer a distinctive vacation experience, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of British Columbia while supporting local communities.",
  "summary": "According to data, travellers are especially drawn to the beautiful scenery across the province, with domestic destination searches up 40 per cent over the last year.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Global News",
        "title": "B.C. a travel hotspot this season, Airbnb data reveals",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/b-c-a-travel-hotspot-this-season-airbnb-data-reveals",
        "published": "2026-09-24T20:54:36.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}